• During a difficult season for families at the Henryetta coal mines, striking miners faced the prospect of a Christmas without food, warmth or gifts for their children. Relief arrived unexpectedly when a truck sent by Sand Springs philanthropist Charles Page rolled into town carrying food, toys and candy for 585 children. Local miners at the Blackstone mine had already gathered what little they could to help one another, and soon a second truck from Oklahoma City unions added even more supplies. By the end of the day, every needy home around the mines had food, firewood and a renewed sense of community spirit, with enough left over to continue supporting families in deep need.

• Out in the brush north of Summers School, a group of bird hunters stumbled onto what officers believed to be the smallest moonshine still ever found near Henryetta. The little copper setup, no bigger than a coffee kettle and able to hold only a few gallons of mash, had been hidden carefully under piled brush with no owner in sight.

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• Dewar’s Dragonettes shined on the court, taking the championship game of the Warner tournament with a strong win over Stillwell. Whittaker led the way with a standout scoring night, backed by steady contributions from her teammates. The Dewar boys fought hard in their own tournament matchup against Morris, keeping the game close before falling just short. Back home the next night, both Dewar teams swept Midway, with the girls pulling ahead early and the boys following with a fast, balanced offense. It was a stretch of games that showed the Dragons’ depth, teamwork, and growing confidence on the hardwood.

• The Okmulgee branch of the American Association of University Women gathered at the Holiday Inn in Henryetta for their annual Christmas dinner, greeting members and guests with a welcoming, festive spirit. A Bicentennial‑themed cake added a playful touch to the evening, while speakers introduced upcoming study programs and shared messages of scholarship and service. International Women’s Year was honored with special pins recognizing local women for their leadership and contributions to the community. The night closed with reflections on world events, hopes for peace and a creative acrostic celebrating the season, leaving the group with a sense of unity and purpose.

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